Rod Stewart reveals why he didn't play Live Aid - BBC News
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The star clears up his absence from the charity gig, and insists he doesn't style his hair with mayo.
The star clears up his absence from the charity gig, and insists he doesn't style his hair with mayo.
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Rod Stewart reveals why he didn't play Live Aid
Live Aid: 30 huge artists who didn't perform and why - Gold
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30 massive artists who DIDN'T play Live Aid and why: Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Rod Stewart and more
Live Aid: 30 huge artists who didn't perform and why - Gold
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Rod Stewart reveals why he didn't play Live Aid
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Sir Rod Stewart, 78, cancels show at the last minute due to mystery illness - Mirror Online
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Elton John used to lure Rod Stewart onto the dance floor with poppers
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Rod Stewart Says His Manager Prevented Live Aid Appearance